- JOB
- Belgium
2 Dec 2023
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- KU Leuven
- Research Field
- Medical sciences » Medicine
- Researcher Profile
- First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Country
- Belgium
- Application Deadline
- Type of Contract
- Temporary
- Job Status
- Full-time
- Hours Per Week
- 38 hours/week
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
- Not funded by a EU programme
- Reference Number
- BAP-2023-786
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
- No
Offer Description
In routine clinical practice, diagnosis and treatment of endocrine diseases rely mostly on total steroid hormone levels. However, these hormones typically bind to specific proteins and albumin in circulation, with only a small fraction circulating freely. The 'free hormone hypothesis' proposes that this free fraction is responsible for the biological activity of hormones. Unfortunately, measuring free steroid hormone levels is technically challenging, limiting their implementation in clinical practice.
In our research group, we are dedicated to enhancing the clinical applicability of free steroid hormone concentrations in patients with specific conditions and endocrine diseases. We employ state-of-the-art methodology, particularly mass spectrometry, to investigate the clinical relevance of free steroid hormones.
The main objectives of your research will be:
- Development, optimization and validation of methods to measure free steroid hormones
- Investigating binding protein-hormone interactions
- Studying the interplay between health parameters and free hormones
Where to apply
- Website
Requirements
- Research Field
- Medical sciences
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Good
Additional Information
Benefits
- Duration of contract: 1-year full-time PhD scholarship, extendable upon positive evaluation.
- Starting date: as soon as possible
- Funding is available for 2 years. You will also pursue additional funding.
- Excellent working conditions: https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/en/phd/phd-information#workin…;
- As a partner of the Leuven International Doctoral School Biomedical Sciences (https://gbiomed.kuleuven.be/english/phd) and YouReCa (https://www.kuleuven.be/english/research/youreca), we offer you the opportunity to take part in a broad spectrum of activities that are related to training, education and career development.
Eligibility criteria
- We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate with a Master's degree in Medicine, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Rehabilitation Sciences, Bioscience Engineering, Biochemical Engineering Technology or a related field.
- You should possess a genuine interest in advancing hormone measurements and integrating research findings into clinical practice.
- Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with a keen enthusiasm for collaborating with a diverse range of partners in a multidisciplinary setting.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
Selection process
For more information please contact Prof. dr. Leen Antonio, tel.: +32 16 37 27 21, mail: leen.antonio@kuleuven.be.
You can apply for this job no later than 18/12/2023 via the online application tool
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- KU Leuven
- Country
- Belgium
- State/Province
- Vlaams Brabant
- City
- Leuven
- Postal Code
- 3000
- Street
- Leuven
- Geofield
Contact
- State/Province
- Leuven
- City
- Vlaams Brabant
- Street
- Leuven
- Postal Code
- 3000